CHAPTER 10
Reduce the Stigma of Mental Health at Work
by Diana O’Brien and Jen Fisher
At work, those suffering from a mental health issue—either a clinical condition or something less severe—often hide it for fear that they may face discrimination from peers or even bosses. These stigmas can and must be overcome. But it takes more than policies set at the top. It also requires empathetic action from managers on the ground.
We count ourselves among those who have wrestled with mental health challenges. One morning a few years ago, in the midst of a successful year, Jen couldn’t get out of bed. As a driven professional, she had ignored all the warning signs that she was experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But her mentor, Diana, ...
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